
Lee Kemp is one of the greatest wrestlers in American history. Before a legendary college and international career, he found wrestling as a ninth grader in Chardon, Ohio. He won three NCAA titles for Wisconsin (1976-78), reaching the finals four straight years (1975-78). Kemp became the first U.S. wrestler to win three World titles (1978-79, '82) but faced heartache when the United States boycotted the 1980 Moscow Olympics due to the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan.

Lee Kemp Watched Kenny Monday Win The 1988 Olympics
Nov 29, 2025
Lee Kemp witnessed Kenny Monday win the 1980 Olympics, and it conjured up thoughts about what his career could have been.


















